Children’s / Teenage general interest: Nature, animals, the natural world

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Book SynopsisFollow Millie, Marcus and Jasper the sausage dog as they set off on a whirlwind adventure to the country of England.Transported through their magical globe, the Adventure Travel Twins share exciting and educational facts guaranteed to spark imagination and interest in children aged 6 - 10 years.Also included a ''find me if you can'' game and a glossary helped to teach younger readers the meaning of words that might be new to them or difficult to pronounce.

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Book SynopsisCan you imagine never having heard of a dinosaur before? Step back in time and discover the story of the Crystal Palace Dinosaurs - the world''s first dinosaur park! Still standing in Crystal Palace Park today, the fabulous and fascinating creatures in this book were built as life-sized sculptures in 1854 and show how the Victorians thought prehistoric life would have looked and lived. Discover fourteen extraordinary extinct dinosaurs, reptiles and mammals, brought to life through vibrant illustrations and amusing rhymes. Introducing the Crystal Palace Dinosaurs to young readers for the first time, this picture book is a must have for little explorers and budding palaeontologists everywhere! Recommended by both KS1 and KS2 teachers, learn about some of the first fossils ever discovered, how they were brought to life and the people that shaped our understanding of natural history today, including Mary Anning, Charles Darwin and Richard Owen.

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Book SynopsisStart Small, Think Big is a series that sets young readers on a journey of discovery, beginning from the small and familiar to new areas of knowledge where they really have to think big! Little Brown Nut starts small, with a large, weighty fruit falling from the tallest tree in the Amazon rainforest. Inside is a little brown Brazil nut, surrounded by 19 others. It sits and waits for an agouti, a rodent with teeth so strong that it can free the nut from its hard casing. The story of the Brazil nut tree and the agouti is told clearly and carefully, with facts about germination, photosynthesis, seed dispersal. The narrative progresses in a way that builds understanding and the gorgeous illustrations bring the story and the science to life. Thinking BIG, the book shows why the rainforest is important to local people and the wider world. A big fold-out has a world map, an at-a-glance lifecycle, and a Rainforest I-Spy of the animals to take children back into the book.Trade ReviewI really enjoyed that the story follows a nut, a familiar object, all the way through its various journeys and cycle of life. I haven't seen a non-fiction book like this before and I think [the titles in the Start Small, Think Big series] are really special and a great addition to the bookshelf. I honestly can't wait to share these books with my class and use these across a series of different lessons, from Science and Understanding the World through to English lessons and looking at different text types. I am looking forward to seeing more of these. -- Lauren Maidman, Teacher * ReadingZone *By thinking big, and through science-based words and pictures full of information and wonder, the book shows why the rainforest is important to local people and the wider world. * Lancashire Post *November 2023 Book of the Month It’s a fascinating story, told in a way that will catch young reader’s attention and fire their interest in the rainforest. * LoveReading4Kids.co.uk *With captivating illustrations it’s an immersive journey into the rainforest complimented by insightful captions and perfect for young readers exploring science topics like tree life cycles and rainforest habitats. -- Scott Evans * The Reader Teacher *Table of ContentsTextured cover with a die-cut egg, 28 pages including a fold-out map of South America, an I-Spy game, a lifecycle illustration of a Brazil nut tree, and fascinating facts.

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Book SynopsisThis book is for children and adults alike. It is an invitation to explore the beauty and magic of nature through the eyes of those hearty country people who lived in and around Bramley Wood a long time ago. It instills the atmosphere of nature as it was then and still is. Through these tales we are taken deeply into the wonder, mystery and adventure of the wild wood. A magical book.  

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Book SynopsisEnjoy 24 pages of colouring fun featuring 15 of Australia''s most iconic animals. Let expert naturalist Chris Humfrey be your guide, offering fascinating facts about Shingleback, Rough-throated Leaf-tailed Gecko, Lace Monitor, Jungle Carpet Python, Eastern Long-necked Turtle, Saltwater Crocodile, Green Tree Frog, Tawny Frogmouth, Barn Owl, Laughing Kookaburra, Short-beaked Echidna, Western Grey kangaroo, Koala, Grey-headed Flying-fox and Giant Burrowing Cockroach; and follow the QR codes to view bonus video footage telling you all about each of the animals.

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Book SynopsisDid you know that spiders usually have eight eyes? Or that the Australian yabby can remain dormant for up to seven years? Zoologist Chris Humfrey delves into the fascinating micro world of Australia's incredible invertebrate creatures. Young readers will be taken on a journey of wonderment, delving into the often overlooked world of insects, spiders, molluscs and crustaceans, learning about each animal's adaptations, habitat and ecological niche in a book that's packed with quirky fun facts. Invertebrate creatures don't always receive the Pop-Star' status of larger, more charismatic animals, however Chris's engaging and sometimes hilarious teaching style turns an ordinary-looking creature into something extraordinary! Chris says, Every animal has a job to do in a healthy balanced ecosystem. If we study, learn, and develop an understanding and empathy for all creatures, we are more likely to want to conserve all species. Get up-close and personal with the likes of rhinoceros beetle, bull ant, Hercules moth, giant water beetle and red- back spider. QR codes link to bonus video content for each species and the book is suitable for both younger and older children. The information ties in neatly with the school curriculum, and the use of fun and engaging scientific language and stunning images will encourage your animal-mad' child to read the book over and over again!

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Book SynopsisDeep in the ocean, far beyond the reach of even the brightest sun, the earth quakes. Hagfish scatter and snailfish flutter. Lava pillows flash and fade, rumpling the seabed as a new volcano births a mountain. Where hot meets cold, a chimney forms. Here begins a colony of unexpected creatures. Other chimneys grow and cool, grow and cool, while the mountain stretches ever upwards. A rumble becomes a roar and the sea boils. Lava fireworks the sky. A new island is born.More volcanoes erupt under water than exist on land. In the vein of Iceberg and Tree - combining deep scientific research, lyrical language and stunning illustrations - Volcano is the next exploration of the natural world from the CBCA award-winning team of Claire Saxby and Jess Racklyeft.

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Book SynopsisThis title is a fun and educational way for children to learn about Africa's fascinating wildlife. It offers 22 realistic pictures of wild animals to be coloured in, and informative verses about each animal. The back cover features a coloured-in image of each animal, which serves as a guide to the 'correct' coloration and patterning of the animal (should it be required). A perfect idea for holidays or leisure time!

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Book SynopsisA fact-filled introduction to large and small animals, displayed in opposition and paired with short exact text, perfect for 6-9 year olds.

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Book SynopsisDiscover why rugged grasslands are so vital in the Ecosystem Series, brimming with captivating creatures, ecological features and useful notes.

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Book SynopsisA moving story of an unlikely friendship between a boy and the orphaned elephant he saved.

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Book SynopsisOne-of-a-kind introduction to the work of researchers examining historic artefacts and the insight they provide into our ancestors.

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